Why Do Your Eyes Get Red in the Pool?

Why Do Your Eyes Get Red in the Pool?

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Science, Health Sciences, Chemistry, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explains that eye irritation in pools is not due to chlorine but chloramines, which form when chlorine reacts with bodily fluids like urine and sweat. Chloramines cause the strong pool smell and reduce chlorine's disinfecting power. To avoid irritation, swimmers should shower before entering the pool and avoid urinating in it. The video also promotes SCI Show's summer-themed content and merchandise.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the actual cause of eye irritation in pool water?

Bacteria

Chloramines

Salt

Chlorine

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What forms chloramines in pool water?

Chlorine reacting with salt

Chlorine reacting with air

Chlorine reacting with algae

Chlorine reacting with bodily fluids

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a strong chlorine smell in a pool indicate?

Low pH levels

High levels of free chlorine

Presence of chloramines

Clean water

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you shower before swimming in a pool?

To adjust to the water temperature

To remove sweat and dirt

To cool down

To save water

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way to help prevent chloramine formation in pools?

Adding more chlorine

Using saltwater

Increasing pool temperature

Avoiding urination in the pool